GRE Word List
PROPONENT
one who argues in favor of something : advocate
The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |
| kudos | praise given for achievement |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| heed | to pay attention |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| comely | pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion |
| haphazard | marked by lack of plan, order, or direction |
| incantation | a use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic |
| insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |